Latest reviews from our guests
Can't believe it's all over - we don't want to leave! It's been more than we could ever have expected. Thanks John for your carefully thought out routes (and your extra strong coffee!) and Aileen, your food is to die for - how can we return to normality after experiencing gourmet heaven! The best holiday we've ever had. We wish you every success and hope to return in 2010. Kisses to Barry [the cat] and the hens!
Gemma and Dave, Co Cork, Ireland
"Plenty of good cycling and excellent food - will need to fast when I get home! Very enjoyable time, good luck with your ongoing venture!"
Christine, Hertfordshire, UK
"Aileen and John have created a very special place at Mas de flory. John's carefully planned routes enabled us to see the best views of the area. To come home to Aileen's wonderful food was a real treat. We hope your business continues to flourish - you deserve the success - thanks for a wonderful holiday.
Rita and Peter, Oxfordshire, UK
"Very well organised and guided holiday. Excellent support, haute cuisine and luxurious accommodation. Many thanks for a wonderful trip."
Brendan, Co Kildare, Ireland
"Thank you for an excellent week's cycling. The food was a delight and the cycling routes well thought out to show off the diversity of the region"
Mike, Johannesburg, South Africa
"The mellow autumn landscape of the Lot makes it an ideal time of year to walk here. The sun catches the stone, making the wonderfully golden farmhouses and barns blend with the autumn colours.
Have thoroughly enjoyed the walking, foraging for walnuts and figs en route, and tasting the grapes picked straight from the vines!
The walks to St Cirq Lapopie and Rocamadour are the highlights, with their dramatic limestone gorges and perched towns at the end.
John's careful planning, foolproof maps and the inclusion of visits to other tourist attractions, all contributed to an extremely enjoyable experience.
Mas de Flory is a beautiful, tranquil haven and we've been made very welcome. Aileen's vegetarian cooking is without equal and a rare find - especially in France. I've never enjoyed such a variety of dishes and flavours - of course complimented by the great Cahors wine!"
Fiona, Aberdeen, Scotland
"What a super holiday: it's been so very pleasant walking through the limestone gorges, along farm and forest tracks, across the old pilgrim and resistance routes; picking our own picnics of figs, walnuts and grapes and feasting every evening on Aileen's fabulous four-course dinners.
We've had a wonderful introduction to this lovely unspoilt and tranquil region, both from the car on our journeys to and from the walks as well as on foot.
Thank you both for making our stay so memorable."
Christine, Aberdeen, Scotland
"Good walks, great food and wine, I've had a great time and am already looking forward to returning!"
Eddie, Milton Keynes, UK
"What a joy to be part of your first wine tour. Each chateau provided a different and unexpected discovery. Your planning was impeccable and the food was consistently outstanding. Both of you looked out for our every need. Thank you."
Josie, Scottsdale, Az., USA
"A most enjoyable and enlightning wine experience and the food was absolutely wonderful.
Best of luck for future wine tours and 'thanks for the memories'"
Bob and Ann, Scottsdale, Arizona, USA
"This was my first visit to France and I could not have asked for a better introduction. My hosts and fellow travellers were the most excellent of company.
Aileen's food was to die for - I honestly have never eaten such good food in my life.
The cycle routes were fantastic. Mas de Flory is a treasure - I will cherish always my time here"
Jody, Atlanta, GA, USA
"Truly outstanding holiday - well organised, flexible cycling tours and exceptional cuisine. Above all, however, was the warmth of the welcome which ensured everyone had a great time."
Conal and Mary, Dublin, Ireland
"Novice cycling for foodies at its best! Deeply thought through and caringly delivered. Thanks Aileen and John."
Tony, Brockenhurst, UK.
"How lucky we were to find this place. Haven't cycled for years but John made us feel that nothing was a problem and his easy banter pushed us along. The accommodation is brilliant and words cannot begin to describe the wonderful meals that Aileen prepared - what skill!
Probably the best holiday we have ever had. We will definitely be coming back. Our fellow guests were great fun and we loved the whole time - just sorry it's over! "
Lennie and Judy, Luton, UK
"A wonderful week. Excellent cycling routes, a brilliant location and all delivered with such care and consideration. We were lucky with the weather but nothing else was left to chance – food to cycle for!"
Michael and Ann, Herts, UK
"A lovely, relaxing place to stay. John and Aileen made us feel like 'old friends'. Our room was wonderful with a door onto the terrace. A brilliant setting for the wonderful food and attentive service. Can't wait to return".
John and Sheila, Kent, UK
"Great holiday in every way! Location, food, cycling routes and attention to the smallest detail were wonderful. Beautiful way to experience France."
Maureen and Andy, Victoria, BC, Canada
"The whole holiday gets a huge thumbs up from us. Aileen's food was probably the best we've ever tasted. John's humour and knowledge made the cycling easy.Even 'chalet host' Barry [the cat] took us out for the odd walk! Thank you both!"
Tara and Mark, West Sussex, UK
"A little haven of calm and tranquility - with plenty of fun included. This has been one of our very best ever holidays. Aileen's cooking is what we all dream of and met all our expectations, and more, of gourmet evening meals. John's planning and interpretation of our ability is excellent and he was always just around the corner when we most needed him! What a team!
The surroundings are perfect - this is a wonderful part of France with plenty of variety in the cycling, walking and rustic comfort to stay in.
Altogether a wonderful package with brilliant hosts."
Les and Sue, Alison and Chris, Surrey, UK
"We promised ourselves we would come back and we did! Even better than we remembered - lovely holiday, lovely food. Really enjoyed ourselves again. Superb - we will be back!"
Lennie and Judy, Luton, UK
"Wow! Where to start? Having done many cycling holidays this must rate as one of, if not THE best! Thoughtfully planned routes through spectacular countryside, villages and small towns. Excellent bikes with comfortable saddles! Beautiful, comfortable accommodation and Aileen's wonderful meals all help to create the perfect package - and what fantastic weather!! Thank you for a marvellous holiday - you deserve every success."
Richard and Georgina, Worcestershire, UK
"Superb accommodation and food to die for. The cycling was excellent - John has devised routes of real interest and beauty. A brilliant holiday - would love to return!"
Sue and Chris, Kidderminster, UK
"Mas de Flory is a real 'find'. From the moment we arrived we were made to feel at home. With John's friendly banter and Aileen's wonderful cooking we just relaxed immediately."
Marie, Eileen and Jean, Ireland
"Great holiday in the most salubrious barn in France! The thought of Aileen’s food got us to the top of hills every day. Terrific cycling and company too”.
Jen and Corinne, Brisbane, Australia
"This has to be our best cycling holiday yet!
John's well planned routes and knowledge of the Lot together with Aileen's cuisine, which really was excellent and the great company of our fellow guests, have given us many happy memories to take home. Thank you both very much."
Kim and Nigel, Kent, UK
"Excellent warm hospitality, great cycling and great fun. John's TLC was a great help... Aileen's cooking deserves a Michelin star!"
Tom and Marjorie, Ireland
"We have had a fantastic holiday thanks to your warm hospitality, wonderful cycling routes, great local knowledge and an extravaganza of vegetarian culinary delights!
We've really enjoyed coming back to your beautiful barn every evening, relaxing with a glass of wine and swapping stories with Barry [the cat!].
Would love to return and will highly recommend."
Simon and Sonia, York, UK
"What a beautiful spot - really enjoyed everything about this place - had a fantastic time and really want to come back!"
Rachel and Emma, Cardiff, UK
"Great rides, wonderful food and a warm welcome. Can we return?"
Marguerite and Bish, Canada
"Thanks for a great holiday. Easy paced cycling and very clear instructions on routes together with excellent accommodation, gourmet cuisine, picturesque scenery and excellent hosts all made for a fantstic time."
Matthew and Cate, Manchester, UK
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